Obsterics Flashcards
1
Q
Abortion
A
- Gemeprost (prostaglandin analogue)
- Misoprostol (prostaglandin analogue, treats GI ulcers)
2
Q
Induce labour
A
- Dinoprostone (natural prostaglandin)
- Oxytocin (natural hormone)
3
Q
Premature labour
A
- Atosiban (oxytocin antagonist)
- Salbutamol/terbutaline
- Indometacin (NSAIDs stop prostaglandin synthesis)
4
Q
Ectopic pregnancy
A
Methotrexate
5
Q
Bleeding after labour, miscarriage
A
- Misoprostol (post partum)
- Oxytocin